2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Pilot | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 30 L |
